Magnitude: an unbiased view suggests there are reasons to be wary of longshot winner – despite sharp time
In the latest instalment of his weekly Kentucky Derby update, Ron Wood is disinclined to take the Fair Grounds form at face value
‘Chosen Lady was very special’ – how National Treasure added to generations of success for Secretariat mare
Eclipse Award-winning colt, who won the Preakness Stakes in 2023 on the 50th anniversary of his legendary forefather’s own victory at Pimlico, is the latest representative of a quality family line
‘Riding for a living, what could be better?’ – it’s a family affair for champion apprentice Erik Asmussen
Interview with the Eclipse Award-winning apprentice, the latest member of a famous racing dynasty to create a major impression
The last dance: Japan’s ‘dancing’ jockey Fumio Matoba retires after 51-year career – aged 68
Legendary rider famed for his unique style has called time on a record-breaking career featuring more than 7,400 winners on Japan’s local government circuit
What’s been happening: Laurel River out of Saudi Cup, East Avenue on Kentucky Derby trail, Hong Kong pile-up and more …
Tragic news from Britain where ex-BHA chief Joe Saumarez Smith has died, only 12 days after relinquishing his post
‘Hopeful? Optimistic? Be still, my beating heart’ – Ken Snyder has a case of big-race fever
Whisper it, but the ‘D-word’ is on our microshare owner’s lips as his pride and joy Caldera moves into the big league in Sunday’s Sunland Park Derby
TRC Global Rankings Insight
#1 Ranked 16 February 2025
| Horses | Romantic Warrior IRE |
|---|---|
| Sires Overall | Frankel GBR |
| Sires Dirt | Curlin USA |
| Sires Turf | Frankel GBR |
| Jockeys | Ryan Moore |
| Owners | Godolphin |
| Trainers | Aidan O'Brien |
Seven Days in RacingTRC’s weekly digest
Children of SecretariatPatricia McQueen on the offspring of a true great
